With the uncertainty of Johan Santana being ready for Opening Day, the idea of R.A. Dickey being the Mets opening day starter are starting to take shape around Metsland. Dickey was at the Munson Dinner last night where he addressed that possibility with reporters.
I certainly hope that’s not the case. My first reaction would obviously be that I would be honored to do it, but it would be by default, because Johan is our ace. Hopefully he can come back and do what he has always done. If the gauntlet is passed for even a moment, I will try to accept the challenge the best I know how.”
I really like the idea of Dickey being the Mets Opening Day starter. Out of everyone on the Mets starting rotation in 2011, Dickey was probably the Mets’ most consistent pitcher for most of the season.
I understand Dickey is getting up there in age, but the fact of the matter is, he is the Mets best pitcher until Johan Santana proves otherwise or Pelfrey and Niese really step up big. If for some re...
Found February 01, 2012 on
Mets Merized Online:
Original Story:
THE BACKYARD
BEST OF MAXIM
AROUND THE WEB
RELATED ARTICLES
Can Mike Pelfrey Bounce Back in 2012?
Via Mets Merized Online
|
January 31, 2012
I was reading this great article by CBS Sports’ Rich Countinho asking if Mike Pelfrey can bounce back for the Mets this season.
Countinho stated that in order for Pelfrey to bounce back for the Mets this year, he needs to go back to his “old” roots.
I agree with Rich because the old way of pitching for Mike Pelfrey was what gave him the confidence to go out and...
|
January 31, 2012
Steven Cohen To Buy Minority Stake In Mets
Via Mets Merized Online
|
February 02, 2012
According to Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times, billionaire investment manager Steve Cohen, who is set to become one of the $20 million minority investors in the New York Mets.
The deal would not preclude Cohen from pursuing the Dodgers, according to two people familiar with the transaction but not authorized to discuss it.
Shakin speculates that Cohen’s motivation in...
|
February 02, 2012
Mets Card of the Week: 1987 Bob Ojeda
Via Mets360.com
|
February 01, 2012
1987 SPORTFLICS BOB OJEDA
These first-wave Sportflics cards deserve a cult of their own.
Now, the less said about the mid ’90′s Second Coming of the brand, the better. Those sets were more Stone Roses Second Coming than the Jesus kind…
But these mid ’80s cards were out there kicking against the pricks.
The hobby back then was a stodgy place, and the cigar...
|
February 01, 2012
Dickey reflects on charity climb at awards dinner
Since arriving home less than two weeks ago after climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, R.A. Dickey has spent time reflecting on his journey, on what he called a "mental grind" that also taxed him physically.
Promo Day Alert: Banner Day May 27th
Via Mets Chronicle
|
February 01, 2012
The New York Mets today announced Banner Day will return Sunday, May 27 prior to the Mets playing the San Diego Padres at 1:10 p.m. at Citi Field.
Tickets for Banner Day are on sale now through the Mets 50th Anniversary Banner Day Pack on Mets.com. The five-game pack starts at $50 and also includes games against the San Francisco Giants (Saturday, April 21), Cincinnati Reds (Friday...
|
February 01, 2012
LHBs with connection to the front office
Via Mets Fever
|
February 02, 2012
I know for some this is a repetitive topic, but let's face there is absolutely nothing to talk about in regard to the Mets. It's amazing how little they done and how long it's been, the last signing was Ronny Cedano on January 12th. They haven't even signed anyone to a minor league deal with an invitee to camp, Tuiasosopo will go straight to minor league camp....
|
February 02, 2012
It’s Gonne Be A Banner Day On May 27
Via Mets Merized Online
|
February 02, 2012
One of the mainstays of a Mets’ summer will be returning this year, the 50th anniversary of the franchise.
Banner Day will return May 27 to give you an opportunity to express your affection for your favorite players and memories, and yes, also a chance to editorialize on the direction of the team. Undoubtedly, there will be some censorship involved.
With the way things have been...
|
February 02, 2012
Watch Video: Mike and the Mad Dog reunion on Yes, both kill the Mets (as usual)
Via Mets Chronicle
|
February 01, 2012
For the Mets Fans that liked Mike and the Mad Dog here is some video of the two reuniting at the Super Bowl and bashing the Mets as usual.
|
February 01, 2012
Murphy: We expect to go to the playoffs
Via MetsOnline
|
January 31, 2012
#bbpBox_164499755324538880 a { text-decoration:none; color:#0084B4; }#bbpBox_164499755324538880 a:hover { text-decoration:underline; }Daniel Murphy on #Mets expectations this season: "We expect to go to the playoffs."11 minutes ago via TweetDeckReplyRetweetFavorite@DPLennonDavid Lennon
Love hearing stuff like that from the players on the team. Murphy is a winner and a hard...
|
January 31, 2012
Daniel Murphy: Spark plug
Via Mets360.com
|
February 01, 2012
Well it’s suddenly February and that big football game is only a few days away. And you know what my favorite part of the Super Bowl is? No, the thought of seeing Tom Brady miserable, or seeing what kind of weird/creepy/funny commercial ETrade has in store for us. No, it’s more of the fact that as soon as the game is over, it’s baseball time.
Pitchers and catchers are due...
|
February 01, 2012
O's give LHP Fossum minor league deal (AP)
Left-hander Casey Fossum has agreed to a minor league contract with the Baltimore Orioles. The 34-year-old Fossum last pitched in the majors in 2009 with the New York Mets and spent last season with the Mets' Triple-A team at Buffalo. Fossum is 40-53 with a 5.45 ERA in nine big league seasons. Selected by Boston in the first round of the 1999 amateur draft, Fossum broke into...
Steven Cohen, Dodgers bidder, may buy a piece of the Mets
The billionaire investor, in the running for purchase of the Dodgers, is on the verge of buying a share of the Mets. If he were to buy the Dodgers, he would have sell any interest in the Mets.Steven Cohen, the billionaire investor trying to buy the Dodgers, is on the verge of becoming a minority owner in his hometown New York Mets.
Baseball ProGUESTus: The Knuckleball Mystique: Using PITCHf/x to Distinguish Perception from Reality by Alan M. Nathan
Via Baseball Prospectus
|
January 31, 2012
Believe it or not, most of our writers didn't enter the world sporting an @baseballprospectus.com address; with a few exceptions, they started out somewhere else. In an effort to up your reading pleasure while tipping our caps to some of the most illuminating work being done elsewhere on the internet, we'll be yielding the stage once a week to the best and brightest baseball...
|
January 31, 2012
MLB Forum Discussions
3 replies,
2 days ago
1 replies,
2 days ago
1 replies,
2 days ago
1 replies,
2 days ago
2 replies,
3 days ago
| Latest Rumors |
|
|
|
|
Today's Best Stuff |
For BloggersJoin the Yardbarker Network (YBN) for more promotion, traffic, and money. |
Company Info |
Help |
What is Yardbarker?Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond. |
